Aryatara Shakya, a 2-year-old girl, has been selected as Nepal"s new living virgin goddess, known as Kumari. She replaces Trishna Shakya, who has reached puberty and is no longer considered a goddess.
The tradition of the Kumari is an important cultural practice in Nepal, where a young girl is chosen to embody the goddess Taleju. The Kumari is revered until she reaches puberty, at which point she is replaced by another girl.
This selection marks a continuation of the centuries-old tradition, which holds significant cultural and religious importance in Nepal.
For more information on related cultural practices, see previous reports on similar situations.
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